Divide the mortgage and costs by 30 … In other situations, the seller may request 30, 45 or even 60 days of occupancy after the closing of the home. They may need the extra 30 days and have a good reason. Our buyer wanted to close as his wife was due and we were not ready to get into our new place yet. There are a few reasons why you should be cautious when considering possession. You don't know these people. RR And if 30 days is the point you want him to leave, you can always increase the per day rent after 30 days to serve as a penalty to ensure he leaves. That is the most simple solution. One of the main virtues of the CAR treatment is that it recognizes and makes clear that the seller -- the former owner -- is now a renter, even if only for a few days. When the deal closes, you accept it in the condition in which it stands at the time of closing. You can put as much in escrow as needed to hold onto as a security deposit. How should we work this out? If occupancy is intended to be longer, then a "Residential Lease After Sale" form should be used. The form specifies that it is intended for short-term occupancy (less than 30 days). Buyers generally might be expected to give the sellers 7 to 10 days to vacate the home after the closing date. You don't understand their motives. We'd essentially be giving them free rent, plus be taking on risk the house is damaged between closing and possession. I did this as a seller. Moving out date: Generally speaking, it is a good idea to include a date at least 2 days prior to your anticipated closing and request an inspection of the property to ensure compliance Penalties for not vacating: Clauses in the purchase and sale agreement can explain what monetary penalties the seller will face for not vacating the property One of the major issues being the condition of the house. TIME IS … Possession at time of closing. 02-08-2018, 07:23 PM Thanks! During the touring, I know there is at least one tenant living in the guest bedroom, but I am not sure whether the seller or another tenant lives in the master bedroom. I'm looking for any/all advice. Often times its a 30 day possession. Before you entertain a 30 day possession after closing, why don't you ask them why the need such an unusual accommodation? Seller may remain in possession of the Property for a period of _____ days after the Closing (insert a number of days) until 5 p.m. on the last day (the entire period including any extension agreed to by Buyer and Seller in writing is referred to as the “Term”). It is very common. But, it isn't your problem. Any input is greatly appreciated.Thanks. I am about to sign a contract, but the seller wants me to agree that "Possession of the property shall be granted 3-7 days after closing". Some buyers will agree to rent-back agreements, where they will rent the home back to the seller for a few days after closing. The rent should be your mortgage, taxes and insurance for one month divided by 30 days. Buyers and sellers generally agree to this when the seller is not ready to move—a more frequent occurrence these days. As a buyer you don’t want to show up 30 days after closing to find the seller trashed the house. A post-closing possession agreement allows a seller to remain in the apartment beyond the closing date. Within your purchase offer you should have it in there that they pay you rent for each day they are in the house after closing. The seller wants to have a possession date 30 days after when our desired closing date. Additionally, sellers who stay in possession after closing have a lower level of motivation to take care of the property and make needed repairs or do any maintenance. The title company should keep a check in escrow to cover the rent payment. 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